![Settlement reached against debt collection company accused of robo-signing](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Robot-Handthumb.jpg)
By
Kelle Clarke
on January 10, 2013
One of the nation’s largest debt collection companies has agreed to pay $500,000 to settle a lawsuit accusing it of “robo-signing” practices.
![Quiz: Commission Renewal](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Question.jpg)
By
David Thun
on January 03, 2013
It’s a time to start fresh and make changes — and for many Notaries, it’s time to prepare to renew commissions. But sometimes mistakes and misunderstanding can lead to a new commission being delayed, or even putting a hold on performing notarial acts. Take our quiz and test your understanding of the commission renewal process.
![Hotline Tip: Can I Charge A Travel Fee?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/HotlineTip.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on January 03, 2013
May I charge a separate travel fee aside from the fee for notarizing documents?
![Journal Thumbprint Brings Final Murder Suspects To Justice](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/ThumbprintThumb.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on December 31, 2012
The final two co-conspirators in a 2008 murder and fraud scheme have been brought to justice, thanks in part to thumbprint evidence left in the journal of a diligent Notary.
![Proposed Law Amendment Could Lead To Foreclosure Spike](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Foreclosure.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on December 31, 2012
Nevadans could see a spike in foreclosure activity in 2013 if banks and lawmakers agree to proposed amendments to a current law designed in the wake of the robo-signing crisis.
![Four New Notary Laws To Watch](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Law_booksthumb.jpg)
By
David Thun
on December 27, 2012
Here’s a look four laws enacted in the past year that make significant changes to state Notary regulations.
![2013 Notary Of The Year Nominations Close On New Year's Eve](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/NotaryBulletinIcon612.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on December 27, 2012
The NNA will accept nominations for the 2013 Notary of the Year only through Monday, December 31.
![Hotline Tip: Can I Notarize A Copy Of A Passport?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/New-Hotline-Resized3.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on December 27, 2012
Can Notaries certify copies of passports? If so, what are the steps?
![Entries Close Soon For 2013 Notary Of The Year](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/NotaryBulletinIcon612.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on December 20, 2012
Nominations close for the 2013 Notary of the Year Honor on December 31.
![Hotline Tip: How do I perform a marriage ceremony?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/HotlineTip.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on December 20, 2012
I’m a Florida Notary. My stepson is getting married and wants me to do the ceremony. Can you explain to me what we need to do for me to perform the ceremony?